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Waking up HAPPY. It's DAY FIFTEEN on the Atlantic Ocean | EE 127
9 July 2023 · 32 min · 964K views · Atlantic Ocean
What this video covers
On day 15 of an Atlantic Ocean crossing, the crew maintains a steady pace of 4.2 knots with a 1-knot following current, despite light winds of approximately 9 knots.18:35 To improve comfort and reduce sail noise, the crew adjusts the heading to bring the wind onto the beam.2:53 The vessel remains under a high-seas notice for the Azores region, though current conditions feature following swells.19:10 The crew monitors radar and the horizon continuously for traffic, noting no other vessels encountered during the day.31:54 With less than 400 miles remaining to their destination, the crew opts to continue sailing rather than motor, citing fuel costs.18:07 Daily routines include dog training for the onboard pets, Penny and Dingo, and practicing knot-tying techniques, specifically the bowline.23:10 The crew also manages hair maintenance with rugged braids to prevent matting during the passage.11:04
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